Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

Job Responsibilities:
We are currently seeking an Assistant Manager to join our AML Compliance department.
The Assistant Manager AML is responsible for assisting compliance department in establishing, implementing internal procedures to prevent money laundering and to support the AML compliance department in ensuring that there is a proper framework, governance, and compliance of the Insurance division in line with the AML/CFT regulatory requirements.

What you will do:

• Assisting compliance department in development and implementation of AML policies and procedures.
• Regular coordination and follow up with internal departments for obtaining due diligence documents.
• Execute Due Diligence activity as per the defined process and regulatory guidelines.
• Completion of client risk assessment.
• Tracking and management of the various documents as per record retention policy.
• Ensure all reporting timelines are met as per agreed Turnaround Time (TAT).
• Screening and Transaction Monitoring Systems Review/Implementation
• Identify Red flags and control issues with respect to KYC/Client on boarding.
• Investigate and Preparation of Suspicious Activity Reports and Suspicious Transaction Reports.
• Liaise with regulators and supervisors in connection with the AML program and related regulatory issues.
• Build strong partnership with Internal Audit, Operations departments, Business development and other stakeholders in connection with the AML Program.
• Work with leaders throughout enterprise to resolve efforts to address related open issues in a timely and effective manner.
• Responsible to seek AML compliance Advice from the compliance committee, organize and participate in the compliance committee meeting.
• Timely filing of regulatory reports with the regulator.
• Develop training presentation and conduct training relating to AML/CTF, FATCA & CRS.
• Assist in the planning, execution and results analysis of AML compliance reviews.
• Work with the business lines during test work to understand control processes and to identify action plans to address control deficiencies.
• Communication with various levels of management to ensure AML/CFT compliance.
• Maintain ongoing awareness, current knowledge of all applicable internal and external AML compliance regulatory requirements and identifying any issues that could impact the Institution.
• Review high risk relationships especially cases that are escalated to Senior Management and ensure that all risks are appropriately highlighted for sign-off.

Required skills to be successful:

• Excellent organizational skills, having the ability to prioritize workload whilst being resilient and being able to cope well under pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to converse confidently with various levels of management
• Strong AML analysis skills, good knowledge and understanding of industry best practices, internal controls, regulatory requirements.
• Time management and focused delivery of deadlines

What equips you for the role:

• Minimum 1 year of AML compliance experience in banking, insurance industry.
• Bachelor’s Degree (Finance, Commerce or Business Administration).
• Language Skills: An exceptional ability in oral and written English.
• Knowledge of transaction monitoring systems and screening tools.
• Knowledge of FATCA & CRS regulation

About Orient Insurance PJSC:
Orient Insurance Company commenced operations in 1982 as a part of the reputed Al-Futtaim Group and has since recorded a progressively steady growth. The Company is counted among the leaders in the UAE insurance market. Orient Insurance Company has a paid-up capital of AED 500 Million which is the highest in the insurance industry in UAE. With head office in Dubai, the company serves its clientele through an extensive branch network in Jebel Ali, Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah in UAE, Muscat in Sultanate of Oman and Bahrain.